Boarfish
Histiopterus typus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 42,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 40-421m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
40-421m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Acropomatiformes |
| الفصيلة | Pentacerotidae |
| الأنواع | Histiopterus typus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Boarfish get?
Boarfish can grow up to 42.0 cm long.
What family does Boarfish belong to?
Boarfish (Histiopterus typus) belongs to the family Pentacerotidae in the order Acropomatiformes.
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